Genesis vs Jakob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

American Latino Christian

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Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

German Scandinavian Eastern European American

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Genesis Rank #1,149

Jakob Rank #1,123

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Genesis or Jakob more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Genesis and Jakob mean?

Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin). Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Genesis and Jakob boy or girl names?

Genesis is primarily a boy name. Jakob is primarily a boy name.